Doland, SD

South Dakota

Doland is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 237. Residents earn $62,604 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
237 Population 389/sq mi density
$62,604 Median Income $33,507 per capita
$52,600 Home Value $150,758 Zillow
$673 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$62,604 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,600 home value, $673/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,604
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,600
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $673
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

How Doland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population237
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density389/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,604
Per Capita$33,507
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$549M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,600
Rent$673
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$150,758

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Elevation1,356 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+97.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute37 min
Libraries2

Is Doland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Doland receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Doland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Doland is $62,604, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Doland is $52,600, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $673 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Doland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Doland has a population of 237 with a density of 389 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

237
Total Population
389
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Doland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Doland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Doland is $62,604, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Doland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,604
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,507
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$81,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)272
County GDP$549M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare19
Retail29
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,333
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.5 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Doland is $52,600, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $673 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $150,758.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,600
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$150,758

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$673
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,333
33% below US avg
Effective Rate4.44%
In Doland, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Doland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death8,813/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities19

Crime Rates: Doland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Doland has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.7 inches
38% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,356 ft (413 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density389/sq mi
Coordinates44.8945°N, 98.0999°W
County FIPS46115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 29.3%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density389/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants14
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.5 min
Work from Home3.9%

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